SMTape backup writes blocks of data to tape in a predefined process.
The following table describes the process that SMTape uses to back up data to tape:
Stage | Action |
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1 | Data ONTAP creates a base Snapshot copy for the backup. If a Snapshot copy name is provided, Data ONTAP uses this Snapshot copy as the base Snapshot copy. |
2 | Data ONTAP begins transferring blocks of data to tape. |